rooted (for)

Definition of rooted (for)next
past tense of root (for)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for rooted (for)
Verb
  • Federal funding for the project was initially approved by former President Joe Biden's administration.
    Joey Garrison, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
  • His administration is now facing a lawsuit to free up the funding already approved by Congress.
    Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Hoyer endorsed Boafo last month, shortly after announcing his plans to retire from the House at the end of his current term.
    Halle Troadec, ABC News, 6 Feb. 2026
  • On Wednesday, the Avance Democratic Club endorsed Horvath in that campaign.
    David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The vaccine is not recommended for infants under 1 year old or for people who are severely immunocompromised, such as those undergoing chemotherapy.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
  • And because toothbrushes can harbor bacteria, Hoss recommended regularly cleaning them ideally with a UV sanitizing system, which helps reduce microbial buildup between uses.
    Andrea Kane, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The Catholic leaders commended anyone who continues to work for peace and justice, including those who peacefully assemble, and are caring for their immigrant neighbors.
    Anissa Rivera, Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Shapiro commended the strength of the new study.
    Jenna Anderson, Health, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Here are three stocks favored by some of Wall Street’s top pros, according to TipRanks, a platform that ranks analysts based on their past performance.
    TipRanks, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Once favored by scientists and royalty, Haghartsin now holds the graves of kings.
    Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
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“Rooted (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rooted%20%28for%29. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.

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